Cybersync problems!

Get one of these cables to go from your CS to the strobe:
http://www.sweetwater.​com/store/detail/CMP30​3

I had problems with the cable from the CS to my Interfits but it was the adapter that came with the CS units. When I was putting my stuff up last time I disconnected the adapter from the back of the strobe and the adapter fell apart in my hands.

UPDATE:
Well, I just called the company this morning, and apparently they do have problems with their A/C CST Receivers not being compatible with some A/C strobes. He said that I need to exchange my A/C receiver for a battery powered (CSTB) receiver. I wish that they would list on their website this issue.... I found on Buff's forum some other person having the same problem.

How often have any of you Battery Powered users have had to replace batteries?
Thanks for your replies, Staci

Batteries have not been changed in mine since I got them - 6 months ago(?). And they are the original factory batteries. (Except that set I replaced when trying to get the motor drive shutter release cable working with them - it wasn't a battery problem). The receiver uses AA batteries. If you use hot shoe mounted flash you most likely have a few of them around during a shoot.

Basically batteries are not an issue.

the battery units are great, I shoot a lot and use rechargable and can go a week at a time between recharging them. I always have backup batteries but haven't had to swap them out during a shoot

UPDATE #2:
Received the CSTBs- and they don't work either. Have to return the whole shebang.
These things are not compatible with Interfit 150EX. At least the customer service department are great. But I am back to the drawing board and totally frustrated.
Staci

I wonder if this is one of the seeming bizzare issues that might be caused by the Interfits using a polarity different from what is assumed by the Cybersync...if the plug was an H-style (like USA AC power 2-prong plug) that could be resolved simply by flipping the connector 180 degrees and plugging it back in. (I have seen this issue with Norman studio flash units on a cord!)

sgvriese wrote in post #7404658
UPDATE #2:
Received the CSTBs- and they don't work either. Have to return the whole shebang.
These things are not compatible with Interfit 150EX. At least the customer service department are great. But I am back to the drawing board and totally frustrated.
Staci

I think the problem would be the Interfit units, you aren't the first one with problems with the sync lead in the unit, I would try to consult other EX users to see if there is a problem with their units and cybersyncs: http://flickr.com/grou​ps/650892@N22/

Thanks for the flickr link! I just ordered the cheapo Interfit radio kit until I can save some pennies in the next few months and get pocket wizards. Then at least I can use my Sekonic without a cable...

You can use your Sekonic without a cable with any RF transmitter . It's called "Auto-reset cordless flash mode". Page 16 and 17 of your manual explains how. Here's the manual.
Read and enjoy.

Sekonic L-358 User Manual

sgvriese wrote in post #7411875
Thanks for the flickr link! I just ordered the cheapo Interfit radio kit until I can save some pennies in the next few months and get pocket wizards. Then at least I can use my Sekonic without a cable...

I use the interfit radio kit with no problems at all. I like it a lot, for the price.

So far after a couple of uses the interfit radio kit works fine with my lamps.
I will use that auto reset cordless flash mode in the future! Staci